Description
This Delightfully Creamy Pandan Coconut Panna Cotta combines the rich creaminess of coconut milk and heavy cream with the unique, sweet flavor and vibrant green color of pandan. Set with gelatin to a smooth, luscious texture, this panna cotta makes for an elegant and refreshing tropical dessert that is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 350 g whole milk
- 45 g granulated sugar
- 100 g coconut milk
- 150 g heavy cream
Flavoring and Setting
- 10 g gelatin sheets
- 10 g pandan powder
Garnish
- Shredded coconut
Instructions
- Heat milk and sugar: Combine the whole milk and granulated sugar in a saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves completely.
- Mix pandan powder: Take 55 g of the warm milk mixture and mix with pandan powder in a small bowl until smooth. Pour this pandan mix back into the saucepan and stir to blend evenly.
- Soften gelatin: Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 5 to 10 minutes until they become soft and pliable.
- Warm milk mixture: Gently heat the milk mixture until it reaches approximately 50°C (122°F), then immediately remove it from the heat to prevent boiling.
- Dissolve gelatin and add cream: Remove the softened gelatin from the water, squeeze out excess moisture, and stir it into the warm milk mixture until fully dissolved. Then add the coconut milk and heavy cream, gently mixing until the mixture is smooth.
- Strain and mold: Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to ensure a silky smooth texture. Pour the mixture evenly into molds.
- Chill and set: Refrigerate the panna cotta molds for at least 4 hours until firm and set properly.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, garnish with shredded coconut or fresh pandan leaves for an added tropical touch and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure gelatin does not boil as it will lose its setting ability.
- For a more vibrant pandan flavor, freshly extract pandan juice if available instead of powder.
- Use full-fat coconut milk for best creaminess and flavor.
- Chilling time is essential to achieve the perfect pudding texture; do not rush this step.
- Serve chilled for optimal taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Keywords: Pandan Panna Cotta, Coconut Dessert, Creamy Panna Cotta, Asian Dessert, Coconut Milk Dessert, Gelatin Dessert
